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Pharmacy Summer Program

2019 Program Dates: August 5 – 9

The 2019 Pharmacy Summer Program application will be available in February.

2019 Pharmacy Summer Program Description

The Pharmacy Summer Program (PSP) is a five-day summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors interested in learning more about pharmacy careers and the UW–Madison Doctor of Pharmacy Program. The Pharmacy Summer Program targets rising high school juniors and seniors from traditionally underrepresented groups in the health science fields. Students who identify as African-American/Black, Native American/American Indian, Latino/a, Laotian, Vietnamese, Hmong, Cambodian are especially encouraged to apply. Students whose parents didn’t graduate from a 4-year degree granting institution, or who quality for free or reduced lunch are also encouraged to apply.

Must have a strong interest in pharmacy, science, or a health profession career

Participants will live in a university residence hall throughout the duration of the program with supervision from two live-in counselors. Housing and meals will be covered by the program. Transportation to and from the UW–Madison campus will not be provided by the program – participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from campus.

About the School of Pharmacy

A global leader in pharmacy education, research, service and professional development, the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy has educated the world’s finest pharmacists and scientists for more than 130 years. Our constantly evolving curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to hands-on learning mean our students graduate with a thorough education, grounded in the latest biomedical, pharmaceutical, social and clinical science, and the practical skills to advance tomorrow’s patient care.

Inspired by the Wisconsin Idea, the renowned faculty, groundbreaking research labs and institutes of the School of Pharmacy are united by a single mission: to enhance the health and quality of life of people in Wisconsin and around the world.